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L23 SMB

1994 Toyota Carina E

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

150,721 mi
Last recorded150,721 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2013
Typical for 1994 Toyota Carina E113,511 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL23 SMB
MakeToyota
ModelCarina E
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2013 150,721 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 145,751 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 138,845 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 17 Jan 2011 138,845 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 133,421 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 127,901 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 120,960 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 115,736 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 115,736 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2005 106,675 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 106,675 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Toyota Carina E?

Based on 238,945 MOT tests across 35,953 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
5,669
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
35,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 22,455
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,582
position lamp(s) not working 10,373
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,043
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 8,776
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L23 SMB is a 1994 Toyota Carina E in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1994 Toyota Carina E models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 113,511 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Carina E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 22,455 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L23 SMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Carina E typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Toyota Carina E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L23 SMB registered?

L23 SMB is a 1994 Toyota Carina E, first registered on 16 March 1994.

Is L23 SMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L23 SMB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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